Joshua "Josh" Michael Richardson is an American professional basketball player who is currently playing for the Miami Heat in the NBA. In his 8 year career, Richardson has established himself as a reliable two-way player off the bench, capable of excelling in multiple positions, including point guard, shooting guard, and small forward.
Born on September 15, 1993, Richardson played college ball at the University of Tennessee where he enjoyed success, showcasing his versatile talent and defensive instincts. In the 2015 NBA draft, Richardson was selected with the 40th overall pick by the Miami Heat, marking the beginning of his professional basketball journey.
After facing typical rookie adjustments in his first two seasons, Richardson's breakout came during the 2017-18 season when he started 81 games and averaged 12.9 points per game. The following season, he continued his impressive performances, averaging 16.6 points per game on a 41.2% field goal percentage.
In 2019, Richardson became part of a monumental trade involving Jimmy Butler. Richardson was traded from Miami to Philadelphia. This trade was a pivotal moment in Richardson's career as injuries hindered his performance after the trade, leading to stints with Boston, Dallas, and San Antonio.
After having a journeyman career from 2019 to 2023, Richardson's journey came full circle in 2023 when he returned to Miami, the team that originally drafted him. In the 2023-2024 NBA season, Richardson is averaging 10 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
Josh Richardson Contract Breakdown
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2023-24 | $2,891,467 | - | $2,891,467 | - | $2,891,467 |
| 2024-25 (Player Option) | $3,051,153 | $3,051,153 | $3,051,153 |
How much is Josh Richardson getting paid?
Josh Richardson is set to earn $2,891,467 for the 2023/24 season. He agreed to a two-year contract with the Miami Heat, worth $5,942,620 guaranteed.
How much does Josh Richardson make in a minute?
If Richardson’s total salary for the 2023/24 season, $2,891,467, is divided by the number of minutes available in a year, then he makes around $5.5 in a minute.
Josh Richardson Career Earnings
In his solid eight-year career, Josh Richardson has earned approx. $59 million, up until the end of the 2023-24 season.
What are the terms of Josh Richardson’s contract?
Josh Richardson’s current contract has a player option for the second year. Richardson has the option to opt in and join the Miami Heat roster for the 2024-25 NBA season or he can opt out and become an unrestricted free agent in the 2024 off-season.
How much of the Josh Richardson Contract is guaranteed?
Josh Richardson’s entire $5,942,620 is guaranteed.
Josh Richardson Contract History
These are all the contracts that Josh Richardson has signed in his career till now.
July 28, 2015
Josh Richardson signed a three-year $2.4 million contract with the Miami Heat.
September 18, 2017
Josh Richardson agreed to sign a four-year, $42 million contract with the Miami Heat.
August 23, 2021
Richardson signed a one-year $12.2 million contract with the Boston Celtics.
July 2, 2023
Josh Richardson signed a two-year $5.94 million contract with the Miami Heat.
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FAQ's on Josh Richardson Contract
A. Josh Richardson has a two-year, $5.94 million contract with the Miami Heat. He has a player option for the second year of the contract.
A. Josh Richardson will earn $2.89 million for the 2023/24 NBA season.
A. Josh Richardson has an average of 11.8 points per game over his career.
A. He has played for six different franchises in the NBA.
A. Josh Richardson was born in Edmond, Oklahoma, USA on September 15, 1993.
